A United Team for the 2026 Nanaimo Municipal Election
REAL Nanaimo is a team of candidates running together in the 2026 Nanaimo municipal election with a shared commitment to responsible, ethical, and accountable leadership. United by common values and a clear vision for Nanaimo’s future, our team brings diverse experience and perspectives while working collaboratively toward practical solutions that strengthen our community. Learn more about who we are, what we stand for, and how we plan to serve Nanaimo.
What REAL Stands For
R — Responsible
We are committed to making informed, fiscally responsible decisions that consider long-term impacts, protect public resources, and prioritize the needs of Nanaimo residents.
E — Ethical
We believe in honest leadership guided by integrity, transparency, and respect, with decisions made in the best interest of the community—not personal or special interests.
A — Accountable
We hold ourselves accountable to the people we serve by listening, communicating openly, and standing behind our decisions with clarity and consistency.
L — Leadership
We lead through collaboration, experience, and thoughtful action, working together to build trust and deliver practical results for Nanaimo.
meet the team
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Your Questions, Answered
We believe transparency and accountability start with open communication. Below are answers to some of the most common questions about REAL Nanaimo, our slate of candidates, and our approach to the 2026 municipal election. If you don’t see your question here, we encourage you to reach out and learn more.
We believe Nanaimo benefits from leadership that works together. Running as a team allows us to align on values, collaborate on priorities, and offer voters a cohesive approach to decision-making rather than isolated voices at the council table.
While each candidate brings their own background and perspective, we are united by shared principles and a common vision for Nanaimo. Healthy discussion and respectful debate are part of how we strengthen decisions while staying accountable to residents.
You can support REAL Nanaimo by learning about our candidates, sharing information with your community, volunteering, or making a campaign contribution in accordance with Elections BC regulations. Every form of support helps strengthen local democracy.
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Your contribution helps our united slate reach voters, share our vision, and run a transparent, community-focused campaign.